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Kaylani in Derby Line, VT

In the true spirit of rescue, we introduce to you, Kaylani.

Kaylani suggests a name associated with warm sandy beaches, glistening ocean waves and swaying palm trees. Her existence, prior to rescue, was far from the vision her name evokes. Kaylani came from an unsettled background where she did not live a life of warmth and comfort. She was tiny, fearful and feisty. Thankfully, she is now safe in rescue and learning what it means to be loved, cared for and cuddled. It has been a long process and she is not finished yet.

Kaylani has a future, a bright future. She is currently seeking a position as neck warmer, shadow and cuddler extraordinaire. She is smart and wants to learn, and is highly qualified for these tasks. Her hobbies include going for walks, snuggling on the couch with her foster mom and generally lounging with her favorite person of choice. She needs a very specific type of person to “employ” her, one who will be patient, kind and loving, someone who will see the possibilities of devotion and the willingness to love in her.

Kaylani is healthy and has had litters in the past. She is up-to-date on immunizations and preventatives, and will be spayed and microchipped before she is adopted. We estimate her age to be somewhere between 3 and 4 years old. She is currently being treated for a parasite, and will be cleared before she can go to a new home.

Kaylani is learning to walk on a leash and working on basic commands. She should be kept on a regular schedule to facilitate house training. Her new owner should be committed to continuing her education. She will require a secure, physically-fenced yard because she is a Houdini at escaping! She will try to go under, around, through or over a fence or gate she feels can be conquered!

She is being crate-trained and does very well in her crate all night long.

Kaylani barks at, and is fearful of, new people and situations. She will hopefully accept them in time, once she is properly introduced, and realizes they are not there to hurt her. We believe, with lots of love and patience, she will come to realize that people can be kind and hands will not hurt her. Maybe then, when trust and confidence are built, her barks of fear will turn into barks of joy at someone’s arrival.

Kaylani is looking for a calm and quiet home where someone will be there most of the day. Her ideal owner would be someone who is retired or works from home exclusively. She would do best as an only pet, but could possibly do well with an older, mellow, submissive dog of similar size. A home without cats (and chickens!) would be best. A one-person- household with an experienced dog owner could be ideal for her. She would love to have her very own person!

Is there an opening in your heart and home for a little Cavalier who needs someone with experience, as well as patience and love, to believe in her and love her? Can you think outside the box and open your mind to the possibilities that YOU can help Kaylani discover? Can you love her, no matter what?

If you think that Kaylani could be your girl, please submit an adoption application, if you have not done so recently. Then, email Barbara Blanchette to tell her of your interest in Kaylani at: blanchettebarbara06@gmail.com

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Sugar in Sewickley, PA

Update 11-5-26: We’ve received several promising applications for this pup so aren’t taking more applications for now. Thank you!

Sugar is a 2 year old Blenheim girl who entered rescue as a well loved girl when her owner’s job changed. She weighs 15 lbs, is spayed and microchipped, up to date on all vaccines and is in excellent health. She is a sweet girl who loves to kiss and cuddle.

Sugar is curious, energetic and has high puppy energy. She loves to play and wrestle with her Cavalier sibling. She enjoys fetch, tug of war, enrichment toys and play dates with dog friends and car rides. She walks well on lead, can be leash reactive with other dogs for this reason coupled with her energy a fenced yard is a must.

Sugar loves all people and does well with school age children. She does well with cats and absolutely loves her Cavalier foster sibling. Sugar does not mind when her people leave; however, she does not like when her dog sibling goes out without her and will cry and bark.

She is doing well with potty training as long as she is taken out regularly. She does not signal. She goes out every 3-4 hours during the day and sleeps from 9pm-530am without accidents..

Sugar requires a fenced yard, a dog sibling of similar size who is active, and an active lifestyle of play, car rides, enrichment games and cuddles.

Sugar, like her name is a sweet girl. If you think your home would be a good match for this bundle of love, please contact us via email only at cavalierrescueusapa@gmail.com and asked to be considered as Sugar’s family.

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PA license: 16547

Lola in Portland, ME

Update 11/7/26: Thank you to all who applied to adopt Lola. At this time, we will not be accepting any more applications for her, as we have identified a potential adopter for Lola.

Lovable Lola is ready to join your family! Lola is a beautiful, one-year-old, Ruby Cavalier looking for the right family and a place to call home. She came to rescue when her owner’s job demands increased.

Lola is a wonderful combination of energy, exuberance and cuddle bug. She loves absolutely everyone she meets, and while in rescue, has developed quite the fan club among the neighborhood kids. She has lots of puppy curiosity, and is so eager to meet her next best friend that she will squeeze through any gap in fencing or dash through any open door to see who she can find. For Lola’s safety, she requires a securely fenced yard, a strong leash, and a family who will stay vigilant for her attempts to escape. In quiet moments, she loves to cuddle on the couch. She will be a great lap warmer this winter!

Lola has delightful puppy energy and enjoys playing with squeaky toys and chasing tennis balls. She would love to have another dog of similar size and temperament in the household. She is very eager to take walks, and would benefit from a family who can continue to help her learn not to pull on her leash. Since coming into rescue, Lola has become crate-trained at nighttime….although she would love to sleep in the big bed! Lola knows commands for “sit,” “stay,” “come” and “drop it.” She is very smart and eager to please, so she could likely learn many more commands. Lola needs someone home most of the day to facilitate and support her training. Puppy classes are highly recommended.

Lola is healthy, up-to-date on vaccinations and preventatives, and has been spayed since coming into rescue. To support her good health and provide mental stimulation, she would benefit from regular outdoor exercise.

Are you ready to fall under the spell of this little beauty? Her sweetness and affection match her boundless energy. Her soft eyes will melt your heart. We are looking for a loving, caring, active family who will appreciate her enthusiasm for life and the joy, comedy and curiosity she brings to each and every day.

If you think your family may be the perfect fit for this energetic girl, please fill out our online application, if you have not already done so, and then email our New England coordinator, Barbara Blanchette, at blanchettebarbara06@gmail.com to express your interest.

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Martha in Portsmouth, RI

Here is Martha with her new family…

Meet Martha, a beautiful Black and Tan Cavalier King Charles Spaniel! Martha is approximately three years old and full of life!

Healthy, energetic, and endlessly curious, Martha is a playful young dog with plenty of affection to share with the right family.

Martha is currently enjoying life with her foster family, where she has settled in nicely alongside three resident Cavaliers. She interacts well with her canine companions and enjoys being part of the household.

One of her favorite activities is chasing tennis balls! She loves running after them and proudly carrying them around once she catches them. Whether exploring her surroundings or playing fetch, Martha brings youthful enthusiasm and fun to everyday life.

Martha is in excellent health and has no known medical issues. She has undergone spay surgery and a thorough veterinary evaluation, including an assessment for health conditions commonly associated with Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. She is also house-trained and crate-trained, which should help ease her transition into a new home.

Martha would do well with a family that appreciates an active, curious young dog and understands the importance of giving her time to adjust to new surroundings. Her positive interactions with her foster family’s three Cavaliers suggest that she could be a wonderful addition to a home with other friendly dogs.

Martha can be cautious when meeting new people and prefers to get acquainted at her own pace. A quiet, adult-only home without frequent visitors would be ideal. Once she knows and trusts you, she enjoys attention and being part of the family. Watching her confidence grow is one of the special rewards of getting to know this sweet girl.

Martha is ready for a loving forever home where she can continue to build confidence, enjoy life’s adventures, and share her affection with a family of her own. Could Martha be the playful, loving companion you’ve been looking for?

If you are interested in adopting Martha, please complete our online adoption application if you have not already done so. Please also email Jill, our Rhode Island coordinator, at CavaliersinRI@gmail.com to express your interest in Martha.
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Jasper in Middletown, PA

Sweet Jasper, a handsome 8 year old black and tan boy, is from a home based breeder that used him for breeding before giving him to rescue. When he first came to rescue he was quite shy, but this little guy has come a long way to breaking out of his shell. He has gotten used to being handled, held, petted, hugged and cuddled. He is still shy when meeting new people and may cower away until he gets to know you.

Before coming to rescue, he spent a lot of time outside he had not been house-trained. He now spends most of his time in a big kitchen/sunroom & with much patience he has been trained not to “go potty” there. He is doggie door trained & goes outside now to do his business. However, he still wears a belly band when he roams freely around the house. He has gotten better since his neutering and with additional monitoring he should continue to improve.

Jasper is very bonded with his foster Mom and likes to keep her in sight most of the time. He has gotten a lot better at not making a fuss when she leaves. He also loves his Cavalier foster sister and often dozes off right next to her.

While in rescue, Jasper was microchipped and is up to date on all his vaccines. He was recently neutered. He has a heart murmur Grade 1 or 2 but does not have to take medicine. He is missing 21 teeth but that doesn’t stop home from enjoying his meals. Sometimes it seems like he may be partially deaf. He had a slight yeast infection in his ears. The vet prescribed a round of pills for him and he is doing much better.

Jasper sleeps in a crate at night. Many times, he awakens early in the morning and starts to bark. His foster Mom checks in on him and spends a few minutes talking to him and then he goes back to sleep without leaving his crate. It seems he just wants to know somebody is there.

Weighing only 14 pounds, Jasper is small. He’s a happy little guy and likes to wag his tail. He enjoys car rides. He likes to go for walks and is still getting used to walking on a leash. But sometimes he’s a “homebody” and you must coax him to come outside.

Jasper would thrive in a home where someone is there most of the time. He will covet your attention. A home where there is another Cavalier would be ideal. A fenced in yard is a must. If there is a weak spot or an open space in the fence, he will find it.

If you think your home would be a good match for this bundle of love, please fill out our online application if you haven’t already and then contact us via email only at cavalierrescueusapa@gmail.com and asked to be considered as Jasper’s family.

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PA license: 16547

Stevie in Cinnaminson, NJ

Meet Stevie! He is a sweet 7-year-old Blenheim boy born 5/1/19 who came into rescue when his previous owner could no longer manage his care. He is a happy, loving, sweet boy and gets along well with other people and dogs. He has done well meeting a neighborhood cat, but has limited exposure to children.

Neutered and up-to-date on vaccines and preventatives, Stevie was microchipped and received a dental while in rescue care. He did lose 26 teeth, but is much happier now that he’s not in any pain. He has Addison’s disease, which requires daily medication and a monthly injection, which his new owner can learn to administer, otherwise it requires a quick trip to the vet office. The monthly cost for his medication runs around $35, and he will need periodic bloodwork done every 3-4 months to monitor his levels. More frequent checks or immediate vet visits are required if there is a flare-up or he shows significant signs of stress, illness or weakness.

Given his medical condition, he will need a stable schedule and a low stress environment. Stevie does get quite animated around food time, and he can be vocal and bark when it’s time to be fed or when he hears other neighborhood dogs barking or loud noises, but he responds well to commands and can calm quickly. He is currently in a home with another resident cavalier and has enjoyed his company, but Stevie is fed separately, due to his enthusiasm for meal time. Stevie does have a special slow feeder bowl to slow him down while eating.

Weighing 24 lbs, Stevie is crate trained and either sleeps in in his open crate at night or on the bed. He likes to go on walks and is great on the leash, and has quickly learned his fenced yard while in foster care, but enjoys someone outside and supervising him when in the yard. He has not yet learned to alert to go outside, so will need a regular potty schedule while he learns his new house.

While not a typical velcro Cavalier, he always wants to be where his people are, so having someone home during the day is ideal. He would do best in a quiet adult-only home, as young children or too much activity won’t be good for his stress levels. Stevie is friendly with other dogs, but would also be fine as an only dog.

If are interested in adopting Stevie, please email Rebecca Plimpton at beckplimpton@gmail.com and fill out an application, if you don’t already have one on file.

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